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Javier, a lead auditor, is conducting a cybersecurity audit of \"Software Solutions Inc.\" as part of their ISO 27032 compliance efforts. Javier discovers that his brother-in-law is the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Software Solutions Inc. According to ethical standards for auditors, what is the MOST appropriate course of action for Javier to take in this situation?
Disclose the relationship to his audit organization and to the auditee, and to recuse himself from the audit if the relationship could compromise his independence and objectivity, while also ensuring that another qualified auditor is assigned to conduct the audit, and documenting the disclosure and the steps taken to address the conflict of interest.
Continue with the audit but avoid auditing any areas that are directly under his brother-in-law's control.
Disclose the relationship only to his audit organization and not to the auditee to avoid embarrassing his brother-in-law.
Proceed with the audit as planned without disclosing the relationship, as long as he believes he can remain objective.

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